I Want

by One Direction
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Lyrics

(Am)Give you this, give you that; blow a kiss, take it back.

(F)If I looked in side your brain,

(Am)I would find lots of things: clothes, shoes, dia mond rings, (B)stuff that’s driv ing me in sane.

(Am)You could be pre oc cu pied, dif f’rent date ac ev ’ry night.

(F)You just got to say the word.

But (Am)you’re not in to them at all; I you just want ma te ri als.

(B)I should know be cause I’ve heard when girls say, (F)(“I want, I want, I want,”) but that’s cra (G)zy.

(Am)(“I want, I want, I want,”) and that’s not me.

(G)I want, I want, I want to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

(Am)You’ve got ev ’ry thing you need, but you want ac ces so ries; (F)got to hold it in your hand.

But (Am)If I changed the world for you, I bet you would n’t have a clue.

(B)Don’t you know that I can’t stand when girls say, (F)(“I want, I want, I want,”) but that’s cra (G)zy.

(Am)(“I want, I want, I want,”) and that’s not me.

(G)I want, I want, I want to be (G)loved by (Am)you.

(Am)you.

Oh, and all the girls say, (Am)you.

Be loved (Am)by (F)you,

I wan na; I’ll stay (Am)true.

I won der if you (E)knew

what you (Am)put (G)me (F#dim)through.

But (F)you want, you want, you want me to love you, (Am)too.

(F)“I want, I want, I want,” but that’s (F5)cra (G5)zy.

(A5)“I want, I want, I want,” but that’s not me.

(G5)I want, I want, I want to be (G5)loved by (Am)you.

Oh, and all the girls say, (F)(“I want, I want I want,”) but that’s cra (G)zy.

(Am)(“I want, I want, I want,”) and that’s not me.

(G)I want, I want, I want to be (G)loved by (F)(“I want, I want, I want,”) and all the girls (G)say, (Am)(“I want, I want, I want,”) and that’s cra zy.

(I want, I want, I want to be loved by (Am)you.)

I Want — Simple Sheet Music

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"I Want" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of A, 128 BPM.

Tip: Use the speed control to practice at 70% tempo first. Focus on tricky chord transitions before attempting the full arrangement.

About “I Want”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "I Want"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "I Want" by One Direction played in?
I Want is arranged in the key of A on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "I Want"?
The arrangement plays at 128 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "I Want" easy to play on piano?
This is a medium-difficulty arrangement. Most players can learn it within a few practice sessions using the speed control.
Can I download sheet music for "I Want"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "I Want"?
"I Want" was originally performed by One Direction. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What chords are used in "I Want"?
This arrangement uses 10 chords: Am, Apow, B, C, E, F, F#dim, Fpow, +2 more.
What other songs by One Direction can I play here?
Try "THEY DON'T KNOW ABOUT US", "DRAG ME DOWN", "OVER AGAIN". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "I Want". Key of A, 128 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.